Purbrook Infant School
Aldermoor Road East, Purbrook, Waterlooville, PO7 5NQOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Purbrook Infant School is a primary school in Waterlooville for ages 4 to 7. It is one of the 600 schools in Hampshire. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in January 2015.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 22 January 2015, report published 12 February 2015
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 7 January 2025
At the start of each day, pupils hurry happily into this ambitious and inclusive school. The warm and nurturing relationships between staff and pupils sit at the heart of the school's success. Pupils understand they can seek help from an adult if they have a concern. This gives them a deep sense of belonging and helps pupils to feel safe. The school is highly ambitious for what pupils can achieve. Pupils demonstrate a real thirst for knowledge. The school's 'DARE' values and the 'golden rules' are woven into every aspect of daily life. For instance, pupils have the resilience to keep trying as they 'learn and grow together'. They participate enthusiastically in their lessons. In Reception, children practise their counting and letter formation diligently. Consequently, pupils achieve highly across the curriculum. Pupils behave extremely well. They are proud to be trusted with leadership responsibilities. Pupils go about their duties as prefects and librarians with pride and confidence. Their interests and talents are enhanced through the rich range of extra-curricular activities offered. From cooking to football and Lego to board games, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Pupil numbers and mix
270 pupils on roll, with places for 270
Schools near Purbrook Infant School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purbrook Junior School | 0.1 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 66% met the expected standard |
| Mill Hill Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 43% met the expected standard |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Waterlooville | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Springwood Junior School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 55% met the expected standard |
| Berewood Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 50% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 7
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Lisa De Carteret
- Phone
- 02392610761
- Address
- Aldermoor Road East, Purbrook, Waterlooville, PO7 5NQ
- Local authority
- Hampshire
- URN
- 115937
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.